B2 adjective Neutro

task

/tæsk/

Relating to a specific piece of work, duty, or assignment to be completed. It is most frequently used attributively to describe groups, tools, or methods designed to achieve a particular goal.

Exemplos

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She positioned the task lamp so she could see the fine print of the contract.

She positioned the task lamp so she could see the fine print of the contract.

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The ministry established a task group to address the rising levels of urban pollution.

The ministry established a task group to address the rising levels of urban pollution.

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I've got a massive task list to get through before we can go to the cinema.

I've got a massive task list to get through before we can go to the cinema.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
task
Verb
task
Adjetivo
tasking
Relacionado
taskmaster
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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'Mask' you wear for a specific 'Task'—you put on a special face for a special job.

Quiz rápido

The manager created a _____ list to ensure every part of the event was covered.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: task

Exemplos

1

She positioned the task lamp so she could see the fine print of the contract.

everyday

She positioned the task lamp so she could see the fine print of the contract.

2

The ministry established a task group to address the rising levels of urban pollution.

formal

The ministry established a task group to address the rising levels of urban pollution.

3

I've got a massive task list to get through before we can go to the cinema.

informal

I've got a massive task list to get through before we can go to the cinema.

4

Task-based learning environments allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems.

academic

Task-based learning environments allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to practical problems.

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Our task management software helps the team stay synchronized on long-term projects.

business

Our task management software helps the team stay synchronized on long-term projects.

Família de palavras

Substantivo
task
Verb
task
Adjetivo
tasking
Relacionado
taskmaster

Colocações comuns

task force task force
task lighting task lighting
task management task management
task analysis task analysis
task performance task performance

Frases Comuns

take someone to task

to criticize someone for a mistake

up to the task

capable of doing something

multi-task

perform more than one duty at once

Frequentemente confundido com

task vs tax

A tax is a financial charge by the government, whereas a task is a piece of work.

task vs test

A test measures ability or knowledge, while a task is the actual execution of a duty.

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Notas de uso

When used as an adjective (attributively), 'task' identifies the purpose of a noun, such as a 'task force' or 'task light.' In TOEFL contexts, it usually refers to a specific section of an exam or a required activity.

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Erros comuns

Learners sometimes use 'task' to mean a general job or career; it should be used for specific, discrete pieces of work.

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Dica de memorização

Think of a 'Mask' you wear for a specific 'Task'—you put on a special face for a special job.

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Origem da palavra

Derived from the Old French 'tasque', which comes from the Latin 'taxare', meaning 'to rate, value, or impose a tax'.

Padrões gramaticais

Often functions as an attributive noun Commonly used in compound adjectives like 'task-oriented'
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Contexto cultural

In professional Western environments, being 'task-oriented' is often seen as a positive trait for efficiency and productivity.

Quiz rápido

The manager created a _____ list to ensure every part of the event was covered.

Correto!

A resposta correta é: task

Palavras relacionadas

example

A1

An example is a specific thing or person that shows what a group or a rule is like. It is used to help explain something more clearly so that others can understand it easily.

always

A1

This word describes something that happens at all times or on every occasion. It is a frequency adverb used to talk about habits, permanent truths, or repeated actions.

result

A1

A result is something that happens or exists because of something else that happened before. It is often used to describe the final score of a game, the grade on a test, or the outcome of a specific action.

reason

A1

A reason is a cause or explanation for why something happens or why someone does something. It is the information that answers the question 'Why?'.

research

A1

A detailed study of a subject, especially in order to discover (new) information or reach a (new) understanding. It involves gathering facts and data to test a theory or solve a problem.

girl

A1

A female child or a young female person from birth until she reaches adulthood. It is also commonly used to refer to a daughter or, in informal settings, to a young woman.

food

A1

Food refers to any substance consumed by living organisms to provide nutritional support for the body. It can be of plant, animal, or fungal origin and contains essential nutrients like carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

moment

A1

A very short period of time or a specific point in time. It is often used to ask someone to wait briefly or to describe a significant event occurring right now.

himself

A1

A reflexive pronoun used as the object of a verb or preposition when the subject is a male person or animal previously mentioned. It is also used to emphasize that a specific man or boy did something personally or without help.

force

A1

Force is the physical strength or energy that is used to push or pull an object. It can also refer to an organized group of people, such as the police or a military group.

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